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Royal Family Reunites at Balmoral: Queen Enjoys Socially Distanced Gathering with William, Kate, and Kids
Over the weekend, a heartwarming family reunion took place at Balmoral as Queen Elizabeth II welcomed her grandson Prince William, his wife Kate Middleton, and their three children amidst the vast Scottish estate.
This marked the first time since the onset of lockdown in March that the Queen had the pleasure of seeing her beloved family all together.
The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge paid a visit to Balmoral, where the Queen and Prince Philip have been residing within a Covid secure bubble.
Sources close to the royal family disclosed that Queen Elizabeth II cherished some quality time outdoors with her great-grandchildren – George, Charlotte, and Louis – on the expansive 50,000-acre estate.
William and Kate were described as elated to have the opportunity to reunite with the Queen, expressing their unwavering support after what has been a challenging year for everyone.
The Queen and Prince Philip continue to adhere to stringent safety measures, affectionately referred to by staff as HMS Bubble.
A royal insider shared that, much like any other family, the royals had been eagerly anticipating the chance to come together again and were thrilled that it materialized over the weekend.
Despite the necessary social distancing protocols in place, they managed to find ways to interact while enjoying the picturesque surroundings.
Reflecting on the tumultuous year that has passed, the Queen and Duke of Edinburgh were keen to demonstrate their solidarity and support for the nation as they reunited with their family members.
In addition to William, Kate, and their children, other members of the royal family, including Prince Edward, Sophie Wessex, and Princess Anne, were also present at the private Scottish estate during this special gathering.
Earlier in the month, Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank were believed to have visited Balmoral as well.